Description
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Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this pump-action rifle for a penny-start auction…this is the Winchester 1890 Second Model Takedown!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1890 Second Model Takedown
Serial: 246683
Date of Manufacture: 1905
Caliber: .22 Short
Finish: Blue Barrel with Nickel Receiver
Barrel Length: 24" Octagonal Barrel
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Straight Grip Stock with Ribbed Forearm
Action: Pump-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 1890 Second Model Takedown in .22 Short is a beautifully crafted example of late 19th-century American firearm innovation and design. Designed by the legendary John M. Browning, this pump-action rifle was introduced as a successor to the less popular rimfire versions of the Model 1873. This specific configuration features a 24-inch octagonal barrel with a blued finish, paired with a striking nickel-plated receiver, offering both visual appeal and resistance to corrosion. The rifle is fitted with a dovetail blade front sight and an adjustable rear sight, allowing for precise target shooting—a critical feature for its intended role as a gallery and small game rifle. Its smooth hardwood straight grip stock and ribbed forearm provide a solid and comfortable handling experience typical of Winchester’s craftsmanship during this era.
Model: 1890 Second Model Takedown
Serial: 246683
Date of Manufacture: 1905
Caliber: .22 Short
Finish: Blue Barrel with Nickel Receiver
Barrel Length: 24" Octagonal Barrel
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Straight Grip Stock with Ribbed Forearm
Action: Pump-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 1890 Second Model Takedown in .22 Short is a beautifully crafted example of late 19th-century American firearm innovation and design. Designed by the legendary John M. Browning, this pump-action rifle was introduced as a successor to the less popular rimfire versions of the Model 1873. This specific configuration features a 24-inch octagonal barrel with a blued finish, paired with a striking nickel-plated receiver, offering both visual appeal and resistance to corrosion. The rifle is fitted with a dovetail blade front sight and an adjustable rear sight, allowing for precise target shooting—a critical feature for its intended role as a gallery and small game rifle. Its smooth hardwood straight grip stock and ribbed forearm provide a solid and comfortable handling experience typical of Winchester’s craftsmanship during this era.
The Second Model is distinguished by its takedown feature, which allows for easy disassembly and transport, as well as its external locking lugs, which improved action strength and reliability over the First Model. Chambered in .22 Short, this rifle was a favorite in carnival shooting galleries—earning it the nickname "gallery gun"—due to the low recoil, inexpensive ammunition, and consistent accuracy it offered. Between 1890 and 1932, Winchester produced approximately 849,000 Model 1890s, making it one of the most successful rimfire repeating rifles in history. The Second Model, introduced after serial number 15,000, bridged the transition between the original design and the more advanced Third Model, offering collectors a unique blend of early features and evolving mechanical improvements. Today, the Winchester 1890 Second Model remains a highly desirable firearm for collectors and rimfire enthusiasts alike, prized not only for its historical significance but also for its enduring mechanical precision and classic design.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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